Joint Pain in Leslie, MO. If your ability to enjoy a pain-free life is jeopardized by joint pain, the qualified physical and occupational therapists of Axes PT is here to get you back to the activities in Leslie, MO you love the most. Whether you are experiencing chronic pain, recently received a diagnosis, or sustained an injury, we’ll work with you as a team to implement a treatment plan that has been demonstrated to be successful that is catered exactly to you to help significantly reduce your pain. Our practice is client-centered, and achieving positive, pain-free outcomes. If you want to get back to owning your local kickball league, or just want to stand up and sit down without pain, contact us online or find the closest location for you.

Joint pain is debilitating for many Leslie, MO residents. In the U.S., about 25% of adults suffer from joint pain. While it can be significantly restrictive, it doesn’t have to control your life. You should always see a doctor before deciding on physical therapy. While no remedy will work for everyone all the time, physical therapy has shown widespread success for clients with joint pain. Contact Axes for for a free injury screening and to be referred to a physician.

Understanding Joint Pain | Leslie, MO Physical Therapy

There are many different kinds of joints in human anatomy, but they all join bones together. There are three types of joints:

1. Synarthrosis joints allow for no movement, meaning they connect bones but cannot move, for example the sutures in your head.
2. Amphiarthrosis joints are slightly moveable, such as the distal joint between the tibia and fibula.
3. Diarthrosis joints, also called synovial joints, make most of the movements our bodies make possible. Examples are your ankle knee. There are six classes of synovial joints:
   1. Pivot, which permits rotary movement around a single axis
   2. Plane or gliding, which permits movement up and down, left and right, and diagonally
   3. Hinge, which permits bending and straightening in a single direction
   4. Condyloid, which allows flexion, extension, and circular motions
   5. Saddle, which also allow for side to side and circular movements
   6. Ball-and-socket joints allow the highest degree of movement and including rotational mobility

One fully grown, the human body has 206 bones which are linked by almost 400 joints. The majority of them are synovial joints, which are made up of:

• Cartilage — Cartilage is a connective tissue that is firm and flexible and sits on the ends of the bones. It allows for smooth movement and cushions the bone against each other.
• Synovial membrane — This membrane lines many parts of the inside of synovial joints and tendon sheaths. It produces synovial fluid, a thick, lubricating egg white-like substance that reduces friction between the joint and bone.
• Ligaments — Ligaments are bands of firm and elastic tissue that connect two bones together, hold them in place, and help you move properly. For example, the ACL connects your thigh bone with your shin bone and prevents the tibia from moving too far forward.
• Tendons — These are also durable similar in substance to ligaments that attaches muscle to bone.
• Bursae — These are fluid-filled sacs between bones and surrounding tissues that act as a cushion and reduce friction as the different parts of a joint interact with each other.
• Joint Cavity — This is in the middle of the joint and is filled with the synovial fluid.

Our brain sends us pain signals when we are injured to tell us that something is wrong. When you experience joint pain, that means parts of the joint are injured, inflamed, or otherwise damaged to the extent that it affects the function of your joint Your brain wants you to know it needs attention. Evidence-based physical therapy in Leslie, MO is often get your brain to quite down and stop sending you pain signals.

Why We Feel Joint Pain | Leslie, MO Physical Therapy

There are a number of factors that can result in immobilizing joint pain. Those conditions differ considerably in severity; some cannot be cured but meaningful relief is possible. In other cases joints can be made healthy in a matter of weeks. All of them, however, require an optimal treatment plan and the care of a licensed physical and occupational therapist in Leslie, MO like those at Axes. Some conditions and events that can result in joint pain include:

Arthritis

Arthritis is a broad term that includes several different diagnoses. Most people with arthritis have what is called osteoarthritis, which occurs when the cartilage that acts as a shock absorber at the ends of your bones wears down. It generally occurs with old age, repeated trauma, or overuse.

Rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus are autoimmune conditions that attack the healthy tissues in your body.

While there is no cure for arthritis, improved mobility and reduced pain can be achieved with evidence-backed physical therapy by reducing the stress placed on the joint with improved strength and flexibility. In addition to physical therapy, treatment for arthritis often includes medication and, in some cases, surgery. The Leslie, MO physical therapists at Axes will work directly with you and your doctor to create a comprehensive treatment plan with the objective of getting you back to the things you enjoy.

Bursitis

Bursitis causes joint pain when the fluid-filled sacs lining your joints become swollen and cannot protect the joint as well when it’s moved. It can be because of overuse, injury, repeated motions, or, rarely, infection. It most commonly occurs in the shoulder, hip, elbow, and knee. Effective physical therapy treatments along with patient education can help prevent future trauma and rebuild strength and flexibility in the joint. Taking precautions and following a treatment plan can make bursitis go away in less than a month.

Tendinitis

Tendinitis can be a joint pain culprit when the tendons connecting the bones and muscles become swollen or damaged. It can happen with tasks that require repetitive motions such as shoveling. is also a common sports injury. It’s most common in the shoulders, heels, elbows, and knees. Physical therapy will lightly strengthen and elongate the tendon to make further injuries less likely. If a tendon is ruptured, a physician may advise surgery.

Sprains and Tears

Sprains occur when a ligament is extended or torn because of falling, stepping on uneven ground, or a blow to the joint. Tears cause joint pain when a ligament, tendon, or muscle is ripped. While after most sprains you can be back to normal in a few weeks, recovering from a tear is much more difficult. Tears like rotator cuff tears and ACL tears can be incredibly painful and profoundly impact your ability to perform basic tasks.

If joint pain is keeping you from the activities you love, consider one of our free injury screenings with one of our joint pain experts in Leslie, MO. If your joint pain is severe enough to require surgery, we can be part of your pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation plan.

What Physical Therapy in Leslie, MO Can Do for Your Joint Pain

We assess each Leslie, MO clients as an individual, so we’ll cater your treatment based on the underlying reasons for and degree of your joint pain, how old you are, your occupational needs, and the your desired activity level. We’ll work with you to show you safe and effective exercises that you can perform at home after your treatment plan is completed, so you can continue to find long-term pain relief and go on to enjoy the best possible range of motion.

While our natural instinct is to avoid movements that cause joint pain, in reality not moving affected joints the pain and stiffness may only get worse. At Axes, our Leslie, MO physical and occupational therapists understand what it takes to get positive patient outcomes; we know how to help you enhance mobility and strength without causing further damage. We can also help you learn how to better protect your joints with posture correction and other techniques.

Depending on you, your joint pain, and your needs, we may use the following treatments in Leslie, MO:

• Dry Needling
• Work Rehabilitation
• Injury Prevention
• Soft Tissue Mobilization
• Kineseo Taping®
• Blood Flow Restriction Training

Click on the links below to see what other services we offer in Leslie, MO:

• Physical Therapy Clinic
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment
• Sciatica Treatment
• Sports Medicine
• Hand Pain Physical Therapy
• Foot & Ankle Pain Treatment
• Hip Pain Treatment
• Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
• Stroke Rehabilitation
• Hip Replacement Physical Therapy

Joint Pain Relief in Leslie, MO | Axes Physical Therapy

While joint pain, and other issues that require physical therapy, can take a physical toll, it can also affect us mentally by not letting us to what makes us happy in life. At Axes PT, every one of our professional Leslie, MO occupational and physical therapists is devoted to seeing you be able to participate in the activities you love. All of our treatment plans are evidence-based and tailored to you, with the only interest being to see you pain-free and with the best movement health possible. Everything we do has been backed by science. If you’re finally ready to be free of your joint pain in Leslie, MO, contact Axes today or call the most convenient location for you.